From Sergio Mattarella, President of the Italian Republic

23 May 2016, 18:00

His Excellency Mr. Ilham Aliyev President of the Republic of Azerbaijan

Excellency,

On behalf of the people of Italy and on my own behalf, I extend my sincere wishes for peace and prosperity to you and the friendly people of Azerbaijan as you celebrate the national holiday of your country.

Deriving new impetus from regular meetings at all levels and cooperation opportunities, our relations contribute to mutual, intensive and productive development of the strong friendly ties between Azerbaijan and Italy.

I am confident that the robust relations between the two countries will strengthen both in a bilateral format and as part of our multifaceted relations in Azerbaijan-European Union format.

Excellency, with best regards I wish you strong health, and the people of Azerbaijan prosperity.

Sincerely,

Sergio Mattarella

President of the Italian Republic